Supreme Court of India · 1995-07-02
NAVKIRAM SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB .
- Citation / case number
- SC 1994/4989
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- NAVKIRAM SINGH
- Respondent
- STATE OF PUNJAB .
- Author
- KULDIP SINGH
- Bench
- KULDIP SINGH
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court, while addressing a letter-petition under Article 32 of the Constitution, highlighted the alarming situation regarding the kidnapping and elimination of advocates in Punjab, particularly by state law enforcement agencies. The Court emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into these incidents, noting the failure of the state to protect its citizens and uphold the rule of law. The Court directed that the matter be treated with urgency and called for appropriate actions to ensure the safety of advocates in the region.